Museology [LARTB302]
- 3 credits
- 30h
- 1st and 2nd quarter
Language of instruction: French / FrançaisTeacher: Lefftz Michel
Learning outcomes
To provide the student with the basics of current museology in order to understand the missions and functioning of museums.
Content
The course will be articulated around four axes structuring the discipline: 1- History of museums: the historical study of museums will allow to put into perspective and to better understand what are the different types of museums in the 21st century. 2- Functioning of museum institutions: what are the different types of museums? 3- Basic techniques of museography: from the conservatory to the mediation tool. 4- Roles and objectives of museums: beyond the basic missions, which are the conservation, study and exhibition of collections, we will be interested in the new roles that today's museums are destined to play in society.
Co-requisites
Conservation et étude du patrimoine [LARTB303]Teaching methods
The classroom teaching is complemented by visits to and work in museum institutions. A multimedia presentation containing the illustrative part of the course is made available to students.
Evaluations
Oral examination and written work.
Recommended readings
The specific bibliography is provided in the introduction to each part of the course.
Language of instruction
French / FrançaisLocation for course
NAMUROrganizer
Faculté de philosophie et lettresRue de Bruxelles, 61
5000 NAMUR
